Most reviewed Architectural Buildings in Mississippi
4.5Mississippi State Capitol(264 reviews) - Look For Steve Saturday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
COVID-19 UPDATE FOR OUR VISITORS: The Capitol is now open for guided tours: To reserve a guided tour for groups of 70 or fewer, please call (601) 359-3114 or email [email protected]. Drop-in tours for visitors, which do not require a reservation, will be conducted at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Groups of 10 people or more must schedule a tour. Self-guided tours are available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The gift shop is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Updated as of November 23, 2021). Patterned after the National Capitol, this has been the Capitol building for the state of Mississippi since 1903. Today it is major tourist attraction as well as the focus of Mississippi state government activities.See more..
4.5Old Capitol Museum(215 reviews) - What a fantastic place Saturday: Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • History Museums
COVID-19 UPDATE: Based on information provided by the Mississippi Department of Health about the coronavirus epidemic, we are temporarily closed until further notice. Jackson’s oldest building, the Old Capitol is home to a museum exploring the history of the site when it was the seat of Mississippi government from 1839 to 1903. The Old Capitol was the site of some of the state’s most significant legislative actions, such as the passage of the 1839 Married Women’s Property Act, Mississippi’s secession from the Union in 1861, and the crafting of the 1868 and 1890 state constitutions. The building is a National Historic Landmark, and one of the country’s premier examples of Greek Revival public architecture. When it was built in 1839, the massive limestone exterior, copper dome, and grand interior spaces made the Old Capitol the most distinguished building in Mississippi.See more..
5.0First Presbyterian Church(134 reviews) - A must-see exhibit before touring Natchez Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
We stopped by the exhibition "Natchez in Historic Photographs" and ended up spending two hours enjoying the photographs. One can really get a sense of the history of the city, and this exhibit should be required viewing as a prelude to touring the city. We have visited Natchez many times over the years, and we learned so much from these old photographs. They are beautifully presented in a quiet and open area. Many of them left us feeling a bit melancholy, others left us longing for the "good old days."See more..
Temporarily Closed Waverley Mansion is one of the most outstanding antebellum plantation homes in the South. After having been vacant for over 50 years, the Snow family purchased it and slowly and lovingly restored it to its original glory. It is furnished with outstanding antiques and features original mirrors, chandeliers, books, trunks, and other items. It can be reached by boat on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway or by car via Highway 50 from either West Point or Columbus. The most amazing feature is the 65 foot high entrance hall crowned by an octagonal cupola. Listed on The National Register of Historic Buildings and A National Historic Landmark, the property was recently listed on the Civil War Trail.See more..
4.5Auburn Museum & Historic Home(89 reviews) - Great tour--especially that staircase! Saturday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
We visited this beautiful historic home during Natchez Spring Pilgrimage and thoroughly enjoyed it! The house is beautiful, highlighted by the fantastic unsupported spiral staircase. The ladies and gentleman who served as guides were knowledgeable and seemed to enjoy it when we asked (a lot of) questions. I appreciated being able to take photos inside as well!See more..
4.5Mississippi Governor's Mansion(65 reviews) - Beautiful Building and Landscape Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
COVID-19 UPDATE: Based on information provided by the Mississippi Department of Health about the coronavirus epidemic, we are temporarily closed until further notice.See more..
5.0The Belmont 1857(63 reviews) - The plantation that makes you feel you have stepped back in time Saturday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
The Belmont 1857 is the last antebellum mansion along the river in the Mississippi Delta, standing at over 9,000 square feet. The house and the grounds are available for weddings, events, tours and accommodations including luxury sportsmen lodging.See more..
Learned so much. The gentleman member of the Natchez Garden Club that owns and manages the property was exceptional. Did you know the roller top on the headboard was for smoothing the bedding? He shared the Henderson family history and many interesting item about the home furnishings which the garden club aquired cuz the heirs sold off most things of value. The 2 garden clubs in Natchez must be the most respected and hardworking and trustworthy nonprofits. They are donated these buildings. See more..
The Jeweled Christmas Tour at The Towers is a fabulous display of thousands of pieces of vintage costume jewelry on every table, every tree, every shelf and everything! A sight to behold! All of this is in beautiful whimsical Christmas vignettes. Sparkle abounds! Any visitor will be surely delighted! USAToday.com named us one of the Top Ten Christmas displays in the United States.Tours are Wednesday at 2PM, Fridays at 10AM and 2PM, Saturdays at 10AM, 2PM and 4PM and Sundays at 10AM. Costs is $20 per person. Tours are 1.5 hours. November 24 thru January 5th.See more..
4.0Merrehope(27 reviews) - Worth visiting, 2 historic houses on the property Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Merrehope, the Greek Revival 20 room mansion was built by one of Meridian‘s settlers who gave land to his daughter as a wedding gift. The couple built a cottage in 1858. Part of it remains at the rear of the mansion. It served as headquarters for both Confederate Gen. Polk and Union Gen. Sherman who invaded Meridian with 25,000 troops, burned almost everything and destroyed its railroad lines. Sherman allowed only six homes to survive and said the cottage was “too beautiful to burn”. Other owners added to the home through the early 1900’s including ruby etched glass, 13 fireplaces, massive columns, a cantilevered balcony & an ornately carved stairway. Moved to the property in 1979, the impressive Victorian FW Williams Home (~1886), said to be the finest example of Queen Ann architecture in Miss. Both are on The National Register of Historic Places. Tour year-round, including the spectacular Trees of Christmas with expanded days/hrs, see website. Also known for paranormal sightings.See more..
4.5Canton Christmas Festival(25 reviews) - Small town Christmas beauty Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Architectural Buildings • Monuments & Statues
Long drive East, stopped for the night in Jackson and was looking for something Christmasy to do. Found it!! Love the little town square and all the activities we were able to enjoy. Everything you expect from a small town. I have an 11, 14 and 18 year old and they all enjoyed their time. The animated museum is interesting. The lights are wonderful, and the photo ops are great. Merry Christmas! Stop by if in the area.See more..
4.5Hattiesburg Station(13 reviews) - Back in time, a real working train station Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
It’s like traveling in time. A really beautiful and great place and they actually offer train travels by Amtrak, it’s a real working train station. It closes from 1 to 4 pm and you can buy the tickets online on the Amtrak webpage.See more..
4.0Washington County Courthouse(11 reviews) - County Records and Court Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Monuments & Statues • Government Buildings
I visit the courthouse a few times each year. The county maintains the courthouse near its origin foot-print. It's an impressive structure built in the earlier part of the 1900's. It has a nice park/lawn surrounding the building and it is used for a festival/events location yearly.See more..
4.0City Hall(9 reviews) - Another beautiful building in Jackson Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
A short walk from other attractions and beautiful buildings in Downtown Jackson. We were here on Christmas day so everything was closed. But the building itself is beautifully built and well maintained. The area is clean and kept up with. We only saw one homeless person and he was minding his own business on a nearby bench. The area felt pretty safe and nice for a walk to get to know a little more of the cities downtown.See more..
4.0The La Pointe-Krebs House & Museum(8 reviews) - Must see treasure in Coastal MS. Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • History Museums
Located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Pascagoula, the LaPointe-Krebs house, built in 1757, is the oldest structure in Mississippi and is the oldest confirmed building in the entire Mississippi Valley. Dating from the French Colonial period, the LaPointe-Krebs house (formerly known as the Old Spanish Fort) pre-dates the American Revolutionary War by over two decades. The restoration of this historic house was completed in May of 2021 and is now available for tours. There is an adjacent museum that is open for viewing. The museum presents exihibits related to local history and to the house and its unique construction. While modest in size, the museum has earned two international design awards for the two Jackson based firms responsible for its design.See more..
Take a stroll around and enjoy the very first example of New Urbanism in the United States of America. Great architecture, art, food, and drinks abound here.See more..
5.0White Arches(5 reviews) - White Arches is beautiful Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
White Arches was not open to visitors when we were there but we parked and took fabulous photos of the home.See more..
Riverview has a new owner and it is still being renovated so it was not open to tourists. We did stop and take photos of this antebellum home.See more..
4.5Cedar Oaks(4 reviews) - Must visit Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings The house is amazing. The ladies who care for the house are some of the most gracious, informative people that you will ever meet. This historic home is standing only because for the last two centuries Oxford women have saved it from the ravages of arson and developers. The house is staged with wonderful furnishings and items customary for a Civil War mansion. The lady who gave my family a tour knew everything about the house and Oxford in general She gave me maps which she had marked with other historical sites of Oxford. Previous, historical owners were involved in all aspects of Oxford business and literary society. The connections are fascinating. If you are visiting Oxford, you need to tour the house just to meet the ladies who maintain the mansion, learn about the culture of Oxford, and receive recommendations on what else to visit.See more..
4.5The Holly Springs Depot(3 reviews) - Beautiful Train Depot Architectural Buildings Across the street from Phillips Grocery. The depot is a beautiful red brick structure. Would be a great tourist attraction. In all our visits, I’ve never seen anyone around, would love to have a guided, historical tour. See more..
4.5Aberdeen City Hall(2 reviews) - Historic City Hall Saturday: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
It's a beautiful building in the heart of downtown. It has so many features from the towering columns to the arch shaped windows. Built in 1912, it was designed in a blend of the Classical Revivalvand Beaux Arts styles of architecture by New Orleans architect William Drago. It is still being used today as the City Hall of Aberdeen.See more..
4.0Airliewood(2 reviews) - Pretty; good exercise Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings Gardens are kind of tired looking and old but not in a good way; still enjoyed the nature in the city.See more..
5.0Rosedale(2 reviews) - Riveting Rosedale Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings Wow, what a spectacular house! This is a magnificent antebellum house in Italianate style, quite unusual in this part of the country. The homeowners live in this house and have done a beautiful restoration job. They also have an extensive collection of "Belter" furniture; One of the best in the country. They have a beautiful outdoor area and reception area as well. Well worth a visit or rental.See more..
